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Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA

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$2,695
832 Paget St
Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Dishwasher
12
$2,510
San Lorenzo Court Apartments
120 San Lorenzo Blvd Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
10
$2,250
142 Belmont St Unit 1
Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Jun. 17, 2026
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Market Street
1
$2,700
251 High St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Dishwasher
Lower Ocean
7
$2,500
708 Riverside Ave Unit D
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beach Flats
11
$2,249
243 Arroyo Seco
Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Ask for Availability
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In Unit Laundry
Westside
1
$2,595
657 24th Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Pool
3
$1,970
141 Peach Ter
Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Nobel
1
$2,395
Bixby
123 Bixby St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beach Flats
1
$1,975
Scz T 203 Jessie
203 Jessie St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beach Flats
2
$2,395
A Light-filled Home With Room To Work In The Heart Of Santa Cruz
901 River St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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In Unit Laundry
River Street
1
$2,450
Scz T 140 Bay Street
140 Bay St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Neary Lagoon
0
$2,325
315 Ocean St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Beach Flats
3
$2,075
105 Grant St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Jun. 5, 2026
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Market Street
21
$2,065 - 2,715
Five55 Pacific
Deal
555 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
1
$1,834
Near The Boardwalk, Beach And Downtown! Utilities Included!
311 Ocean St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Beach Flats
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How many cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 16 cheap apartments in Santa Cruz currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 1 one-bedroom cheap apartment available for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 3 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Santa Cruz.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA?

  1. Lower Ocean

Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA: June Rental Information

Welcome to the June 2026 Santa Cruz Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the June 2026 key findings and figures for the Santa Cruz rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in Santa Cruz, focusing on rentals under a specified rent threshold. This summary provides an overview of the overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons. Additionally, it offers insights into available features and amenities, as well as different location options for affordable apartments in Santa Cruz. Whether you're a student, young professional, or simply looking for a budget-friendly option, this report will help you navigate the local rental market and find the best deal within your budget.
0 2 5 7 10 <$2,000 $2,060 $2,180 $2,300 $2,420 $2,540 $2,660 $2,780 $2,900 $3,020 $3,140 $3,260 $3,380 $3,500 $3,620 >$3,740

Available Cheap Apartments: Santa Cruz vs. Surrounding Areas

In the vibrant coastal city of Santa Cruz, CA, prospective renters can find a variety of affordable apartments to choose from. As of June 2026, there are a total of 1 cheap apartments available in the Santa Cruz metro area. This includes apartments in Santa Cruz itself, as well as neighboring cities such as Capitola, Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Boulder Creek, Aptos, Ben Lomond, Felton Lompico, and La Selva Beach. With this range of options, renters can easily find a budget-friendly home in this beautiful region of California.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Santa Cruz and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in June M/M % Change
Santa Cruz, CA 2 +0.78%
Watsonville, CA 1 +0.67%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz?

Available cheap apartments 5
Top amenities Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Court Yard, Yoga, Bike Parking
Deals 5
Pet friendly 5
1 Bedroom 1
2 Bedroom 3
3 Bedroom 1
Square footage 692 - 1,106
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